Based on a​ poll, 40% of adults believe

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2022-02-13

Based on a​ poll, 40% of adults believe in reincarnation. Assume that 4 adults are randomly​ selected, and find the indicated probability.

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Vasquez

Vasquez

Expert2022-03-13Added 669 answers

Here we have p=0.40, n=4

a)
p(x=3)=pnCxpx(1p)nx=4C3(0.40)3(10.40)43=0.1536

b) 
p(x=4)=4C4(0.40)4(10.40)44=0.0256

c)

p(x3)=p(x=3)+p(x=4)=4C3(0.40)3(10.40)43+4C4(0.40)4(10.40)44=0.1536+0.0256=0.1792

d) No. 3 os not a significantly high number because probability of 3 or more is more than 0.05

 

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